Guyana

Guyana: Demerara heritage, wooden still legends, and Guyana rum mastery

Iconic heritage wooden stills
Deep Demerara molasses character
Intense tropical cask aging

From the banks of the Demerara River, Guyana rum has shaped the world’s taste for deep, molasses‑driven flavor. Tropical heat, alluvial soils, and humid maturation forge dense profiles of dark sugar, cocoa, coffee and spice. On RumX, 20,402 community reviews and a strong 8.4/10 median celebrate its character and value across everyday sippers and cask‑strength legends.

Expect oak‑polished blends and single‑still bottlings that reflect centuries of sugar‑estate craft. Whether you’re chasing an approachable El Dorado 12 or a Rare Collection powerhouse, rum from Guyana consistently delivers intensity, balance, and a memorable finish. Its historic wooden stills and masterful blending define a uniquely Demerara style prized by connoisseurs.

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Bottle of Velier Diamond & Port Mourant <W>PM

Velier Diamond & Port Mourant <W>PM

9.0 (36)
1,230 €
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Popular rums from Guyana

RX1083
Bottle of Velier Diamond & Port Mourant <W>PM

Velier Diamond & Port Mourant <W>PM

Rich, complex, bold leather, caramel notes.

9.0 (36)
1,230 €
RX24535
Bottle of The Whisky Jury Diamond The Ester Hunter Catch 3

The Whisky Jury Diamond The Ester Hunter Catch 3

Unusual Guyana, bold fruity sipper

8.5 (19)
148 €
RX21
Bottle of DDL El Dorado 12

DDL El Dorado 12

Smooth caramel-vanilla oak sipper

7.3 (457)
41 €
RX867
Bottle of Velier Skeldon SWR

Velier Skeldon SWR

Legendary complexity, endless finish

9.5 (48)
14,500 €
RX120
Bottle of Albion El Dorado Rare Collection AN

Albion El Dorado Rare Collection AN

Dark chocolate Demerara, powerful yet polished

9.0 (250)
279 €
RX20892
Bottle of Nobilis Diamond No. 45 SV

Nobilis Diamond No. 45 SV

Rich, woody, chocolate with dried fruit notes.

8.5 (28)
205 €
RX236
Bottle of Enmore El Dorado Rare Collection EHP

Enmore El Dorado Rare Collection EHP

Superb nose, balanced spicy sip

8.4 (110)
195 €
RX9643
Bottle of DDL El Dorado 15 (2020 Release)

DDL El Dorado 15 (2020 Release)

unsweetened Demerara sipper with wood and caramel

7.9 (186)
44 €
RX13373
Bottle of Rock & Rhum Diamond Versailles Still MDXC

Rock & Rhum Diamond Versailles Still MDXC

Woody, roasted, creamy—classic Versailles character

8.4 (44)
135 €

Top rated Guyana rums

RX6901
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt PM

Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt PM

Masterful blend of prunes, leather, and spice.

9.9 (21)
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RX3731
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt PM

Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt PM

Bold, complex, and perfectly balanced Guyana rum.

9.8 (26)
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RX9508
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt (Port Mourant) 1964

Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt (Port Mourant) 1964

9.7 (11)
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RX3758
Bottle of Velier Diamond Old Demerara Rum

Velier Diamond Old Demerara Rum

Rare, fruity, complex; a collector's dream.

9.7 (13)
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RX10818
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt (Port Mourant) PM PM

Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt (Port Mourant) PM PM

9.6 (12)
11,000 €
RX4049
Bottle of Moon Import Port Mourant Fanciulle dell’800

Moon Import Port Mourant Fanciulle dell’800

Rich, balanced Guyanese rum offering complex layers of flavor elegance.

9.6 (18)
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RX3502
Bottle of Velier Uitvlugt SP - ICBU

Velier Uitvlugt SP - ICBU

A complex, well-balanced tropical-aged gem.

9.6 (34)
9,500 €
RX2867
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Enmore XPD

Cadenhead‘s Enmore XPD

9.5 (10)
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RX6392
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Enmore XPD

Cadenhead‘s Enmore XPD

9.5 (14)
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RX9952
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Port Mourant 1975

Cadenhead‘s Port Mourant 1975

9.5 (11)
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RX1428
Bottle of Velier Albion AW

Velier Albion AW

Complex, intense, and exquisitely balanced rum.

9.5 (21)
11,089 €
RX867
Bottle of Velier Skeldon SWR

Velier Skeldon SWR

Legendary complexity, endless finish

9.5 (48)
14,500 €
RX3543
Bottle of Bristol Port Mourant Very Old Demerara Rum

Bristol Port Mourant Very Old Demerara Rum

Rich, warming, with an authentic plum complexity.

9.4 (12)
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RX6982
Bottle of High Spirits Collection Port Mourant 1974

High Spirits Collection Port Mourant 1974

Complex, leathery, and full of dark fruit.

9.4 (20)
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RX6919
Bottle of Norse Cask Port Mourant Demerara

Norse Cask Port Mourant Demerara

9.4 (11)
4,500 €
RX2958
Bottle of Silver Seal Demerara Rum Wildlife Series No. 1

Silver Seal Demerara Rum Wildlife Series No. 1

Chocolate, oak, and port—richly complex, warm, perfectly balanced.

9.4 (18)
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RX5347
Bottle of Velier Albion AN

Velier Albion AN

Complex, potent, unique; a standout Albion rum.

9.4 (17)
22,000 €
RX5657
Bottle of Velier Diamond <>W

Velier Diamond <>W

Rich, sweet, complex; a collector's rare delight.

9.4 (19)
15,250 €
RX3278
Bottle of Velier La Bonne Intention LBI PM

Velier La Bonne Intention LBI PM

Intense, complex Guyana legend

9.4 (15)
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RX4382
Bottle of Whisky Krüger Port Mourant Rendsburger Bürgermeister Rum

Whisky Krüger Port Mourant Rendsburger Bürgermeister Rum

Intense, oily Demerara with integrated alcohol

9.4 (47)
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RX7308
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Enmore Dated Distillation VNL

Cadenhead‘s Enmore Dated Distillation VNL

9.3 (11)
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RX6928
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Port Mourant PDW PDW

Cadenhead‘s Port Mourant PDW PDW

9.3 (11)
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RX4761
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt GM

Cadenhead‘s Uitvlugt GM

Complex, aromatic; prunes and wood dominate.

9.3 (13)
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RX12017
Bottle of High Spirits Collection Enmore Magnum

High Spirits Collection Enmore Magnum

9.3 (14)
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RX6636
Bottle of High Spirits Collection Port Mourant Fine Old Demerara Rum

High Spirits Collection Port Mourant Fine Old Demerara Rum

9.3 (13)
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RX5871
Bottle of Kingsbury Port Mourant Demerara Rum Single Cask

Kingsbury Port Mourant Demerara Rum Single Cask

9.3 (10)
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RX3215
Bottle of Silver Seal Enmore Demerara Rum

Silver Seal Enmore Demerara Rum

Intensely complex, woody, fruity, alcohol well-integrated.

9.3 (35)
2,565 €
RX9175
Bottle of Valinch & Mallet Enmore The Spirit of Art REV

Valinch & Mallet Enmore The Spirit of Art REV

Dried-fruit REV with long dry finish

9.3 (50)
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RX628
Bottle of Velier Albion AN

Velier Albion AN

Deep, oily Demerara classic

9.3 (42)
3,500 €
RX223
Bottle of Velier Diamond SVW

Velier Diamond SVW

Complex caramel-vanilla Demerara, endless finish

9.3 (70)
1,999 €
RX514
Bottle of Velier Uitvlugt UF30E

Velier Uitvlugt UF30E

UF30E: A masterful, complex Guyana rum.

9.3 (33)
6,000 €
RX516
Bottle of Velier Uitvlugt ULR

Velier Uitvlugt ULR

Light yet complex coconut‑oak Demerara

9.3 (101)
1,939 €
RX7668
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Enmore KFM

Cadenhead‘s Enmore KFM

Complex with rich notes of roast and oak.

9.2 (24)
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RX2897
Bottle of Cadenhead‘s Versailles REV

Cadenhead‘s Versailles REV

Potent rum with bold flavors and mellow ABV.

9.2 (10)
Sold out
RX121
Bottle of Enmore RA Guyana Rum REV

Enmore RA Guyana Rum REV

Plum-rich, balanced Enmore with silky power

9.2 (91)
600 €

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8.4/10
20,402 reviews

Flavour profile of Guyana

Most frequently mentioned flavors

Aroma

Woody Vanilla Dried fruit Caramel

Taste

Woody Roasted Vanilla Dried fruit
RumX community voice

RumX drinkers praise the balance of roasted sugars, cocoa, dark fruit and spice typical of Demerara profiles. El Dorado 12 is widely regarded as an accessible, high‑value starter (often 7.0–8.6/10), while Rare Collection bottlings like Albion, Skeldon and Enmore draw raves up to 9.8/10. Some find ED 15/21 a touch sweet or low in ABV, yet overall sentiment remains strong at 8.4/10.

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